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American fans will have the chance to see Chelsea as tickets are available for more friendlies in the US tour in 2024. It will be the Premier League side’s third consecutive visit Stateside after previously making the trip in 2022 and 2023. The Blues are scheduled to play five total fixtures across the country throughout July and August. This is currently more matches in the U.S. than any other European club.
Top English teams typically play their summer friendlies abroad to reach more fans and, in turn, create additional revenue. With the 2024 Copa America and 2026 FIFA World Cup tournaments set to be played in North America, a trip to the States this summer makes sense for these teams. Chelsea also has ownership ties to the United States as well. The Blues are currently co-owned by American billionaire Todd Boehly.
Chelsea’s preseason schedule during their tour of the United States:
Chelsea vs Wrexham – July 24, time TBD – Santa Clara, CA: Tickets.Celtic vs Chelsea – July 27, 10 AM – South Bend, IN: Tickets.Chelsea vs Club America – July 31, 7 PM – Atlanta, GA: Tickets.Manchester City vs Chelsea – August 3, time TBD – Columbus, OH: Tickets.Real Madrid vs Chelsea – August 6, time TBD – Charlotte, NC: Tickets.
Chelsea will travel from coast to coast in preseason preparations
The west London side will kick off its preseason fixture list with a matchup against Wrexham in Santa Clara, California on July 24th. Although a fairly small team, the Welsh side has gained significant popularity across the globe in recent years due to the hit FX show Welcome to Wrexham. The matchup will be played at Levi’s Stadium, the home of the National Football League’s San Francisco 49ers. The arena was erected in 2014 and has a maximum capacity of around 68,000 fans.
Chelsea will then face Scottish powerhouse Celtic at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Indiana. The reigning Scottish Premiership champions have collected their domestic title…
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Author : Chris Moore
Publish date : 2024-03-20 18:39:47
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